Research Scientist II; Process Development Science
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026. Curia scores A on the Alion truth index.
Research Scientist II; Process Development Science in Hopkinton, MA
Build your future at Curia, where our work has the power to save lives
Curia is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) with over 30 years of experience partnering with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to provide life-saving treatments to patients. At Curia, we are on a mission to advance our customers’ therapies from curiosity to cure and ultimately to improve patients’ lives.
The principal responsibility of the Research Scientist II; Process Development Science is the execution of analytical methods and generation of high-quality analytical data to support Process Development programs. The Research Scientist II will perform testing of biological molecules including proteins, DNA, and RNA using a variety of established analytical techniques. This role provides on-demand analytical support to Process Development teams, enabling program progression through timely delivery of analytical results and technical insight. The position also supports operational activities associated with RNA development programs.
Join our talented workforce, where a commitment to excellence and a customer focused attitude is everything. We pursue excellence because our work has the power to improve patients’ lives with the pharmaceuticals we develop and manufacture
We proudly offer
- Generous benefit options (eligible first day of employment)
- Paid training, vacation and holidays (vacation accrual begins on first day of employment)
- Career advancement opportunities
- Education reimbursement
- 401K program with matching contributions
Responsibilities
- Execute analytical methods for characterization and testing of biological molecules including proteins, DNA, and RNA.
- Perform analytical procedures independently including ELISA, cIEF, CE-SDS, HPLC/UPLC, qPCR, PA800, cell-based assays, and other applicable techniques.
- Generate accurate, high-quality analytical data to support Process Development studies and program milestones.
- Analyze and interpret analytical results and communicate findings to Process Development teams.
- Perform assays independently with minimal supervision while maintaining data integrity and quality standards.
- Enter, verify, and maintain analytical data and laboratory records in accordance with site procedures.
- Prepare data summaries, technical reports, and presentations to support internal program reviews and customer communications.
- Support operational activities related to RNA development programs, including methodology, execution, optimization, and coordination of analytical activities.
- Maintain laboratory organization, equipment readiness, and compliance with applicable procedures.
- Follow all safety requirements and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology/Chemistry or related field and a minimum 3 years’ relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in Biology/Chemistry or related field and a minimum 1 year relevant experience, or a Ph.D. in Biology/Chemistry or related field
Other Qualifications
- Must pass a background check
- Must pass a drug screen
- May be required to pass Occupational Health Screening
Pay Range: $76,000-$95,300/yr.
Education, experience, location and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
We do not accept unsolicited assistance from any headhunters or recruitment firms for any of our job openings. All resumes or profiles submitted by search firms to any employee at Curia, in any form without a valid, signed search agreement by an authorized signatory in place for the specific position, approved by Talent Acquisition, will be deemed the sole property of Curia. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Curia because of the unsolicited referral.
All interested applicants must apply online. Please be aware of scammers. Curia will only send offer letters and requests for sensitive personal information from a curiaglobal.com email address. Curia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Curia is an E-Verify employer.